How To Fix RS_SMA183 - Could not navigate to &1 (&2)

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: RS_SMA -

• Message number: 183

• Message text: Could not navigate to &1 (&2)

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message RS_SMA183 - Could not navigate to &1 (&2) ?

  The SAP error message RS_SMA183 "Could not navigate to &1 (&2)" typically occurs in the context of SAP BW (Business Warehouse) or SAP BI (Business Intelligence) when there is an issue with navigating to a specific object, such as a query, report, or data source. The placeholders &1 and &2 usually represent the object name and its type, respectively.
  Causes:
  
  Object Not Found: The object you are trying to navigate to may not exist or may have been deleted.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the object.
  Transport Issues: If the object was recently transported from one system to another, it may not have been properly activated or may be missing dependencies.
  System Configuration: There may be configuration issues in the BW system that prevent navigation to the object.
  Data Source Issues: If the object is a data source, it may not be properly connected or may have issues with the underlying data.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Object Existence: Verify that the object you are trying to access actually exists in the system. You can do this by navigating to the relevant area in the SAP GUI or using transaction codes like RSA1 for Data Warehousing Workbench.
  Review Authorizations: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access the object. You can check this using transaction SU53 to analyze authorization failures.
  Check Transport Logs: If the object was recently transported, check the transport logs for any errors or warnings that may indicate issues with the transport.
  Re-activate the Object: If the object exists but is not functioning correctly, try re-activating it. This can often resolve issues related to missing dependencies.
  Consult System Logs: Check the system logs (transaction SM21) for any related error messages that might provide more context on the issue.
  Contact Basis Team: If the issue persists, it may be necessary to involve the Basis team to check for system-level issues or configuration problems.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as RSA1 (Data Warehousing Workbench), RSRT (Query Monitor), and SU53 (Authorization Check).
  SAP Notes: Search for SAP Notes related to the error message RS_SMA183 in the SAP Support Portal for any specific patches or updates that may address the issue.
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation for BW/BI to understand the architecture and dependencies of the objects you are working with.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to diagnose and resolve the issue related to the RS_SMA183 error message.